Crime Rate in Preston Rural East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Preston Rural East

The total recorded crimes in Preston Rural East, Preston, UK in March 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Preston Rural East crime rate of 39.33 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Preston Rural East, encompassing approximately 1,500 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (23.53% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Preston Rural East Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Whitehall Drive with total crimes: 6
  • Elston Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Goldcrest Drive with total crimes: 5

How safe is Preston Rural East?

To understand the safety of Preston Rural East, we need to analyze Preston Rural East crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Preston:

    • In 2024, Preston Rural East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Preston average, with 725 crimes compared to 1568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Preston Rural East recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Preston Rural East had fewer crimes than the Preston average, with 538 crimes compared to 1,434. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Preston Rural East recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Preston, Preston Rural East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Preston Rural East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Preston Rural East has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 39.33 ranking 11th out of 15 in the Preston, UK

In 2024, the total Preston Rural East crimes were 725. The crime rate of Preston Rural East in 2024 was 483.30 (year) or 40.28 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Preston.

In 2023, the total crimes in Preston Rural East were around 538 crimes with yearly crime rate of 358.64 (year) or 29.89 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Preston.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)
City Centre501 16,637 15,945 1
St Matthew's162 32,431 22,366 2
Plungington195 22,341 32,251 3
Deepdale159 41,720 41,763 4
Ashton149 51,620 51,683 5
Ribbleton121 71,380 81,385 6
Brookfield139 61,481 61,200 7
Ingol & Cottam101 91,390 71,149 9
Fishwick & Frenchwood113 81,232 91,162 8
Lea & Larches55 13876 10833 10
Sharoe Green76 10847 11723 11
Garrison56 12829 12668 12
Cadley37 15711 14629 13
Greyfriars40 14493 15382 15
Preston Rural North30 16377 16263 16

Preston Rural East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (50 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 207 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202516
January 202519
December 20246
November 202417
October 202411
September 202410
August 202421
July 202417
June 202450
May 202411
April 202415

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20249
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244
July 20246
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 273 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202517
January 202537
December 202429
November 202418
October 202417
September 202420
August 202422
July 202429
June 202434
May 202418
April 202411

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 36 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
July 20244
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20244
June 202418
May 20244

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
July 20241
April 20244

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20258
December 20243
November 20241
October 20245
September 20248
August 20242
July 20247
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Preston Rural East in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Preston Rural East postcode area is presented below.

1. Whitehall Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Elston Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Goldcrest Drive (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. The Ridings (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Cumeragh Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. The Croft (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Acreage Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Alyesbury Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parlick View Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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